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What should I do to prepare my house for the fall and winter seasons?

QUESTION: What should I do to prepare my house for the fall and winter seasons? Answer: clear Gutters, Catch Basins and Drains As we move into fall and the rainy season, the first thing you […]

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Does PJB handle Fortis rebates?

Fortis rebates are always changing but could offer significant cost savings. For help with Fortis Rebates, call PJB at 604-940-2268.

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What is your recommendation on Maintenance for stratas?

Regular equipment maintainance can be a divisive subject for Strata Councils. For help speaking to your Strata Council, call PJB at 604-940-2268.

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How to fix a single lever faucet with low pressure

An older single lever faucet could have problems with low water pressure. Sometimes the fix is as simple as a new washer, if not – call PJB at 604-940-2268.

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How to fix a flooding parking lot in a strata complex

Is your strata complex parking lot having trouble with flooding after rainy days? PJB has a few tips on how to fix blocked drains and catch-basins

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How can I add a natural gas connection point on a patio?

QUESTION: I am tired of running out of propane and lugging heavy BBQ tanks to be refilled. How hard is it to add a natural gas connection point to my patio? ANSWER: Adding a gas […]

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How to fix a leaky hose-bib

QUESTION: I have a small leak in my hose-bib. Should I bother fixing it? Are there other plumbing things I should consider doing in the summertime? ANSWER: Your hose bib is certainly worth fixing. It […]

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Should I service my furnace or boiler every year?

QUESTION: Should I service my furnace or boiler every year? If so, when is the best time? Answer: I usually recommend to our customers that they have their heating equipment looked at every year. In […]

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How do tankless water heaters work?

QUESTION: How do tankless water heaters work, and how long do they last? ANSWER: Tankless water heaters work on demand – they only heat water when necessary. When a hot water fixture is opened or […]

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What should I do to winterize my external plumbing systems?

QUESTION: What should I do to winterize my external plumbing systems? Answer: Winterizing your external plumbing system is the most important job if you live in areas that freeze in the winter. The simple fact […]

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